Treussard Talks with Alec Crawford
In this engaging podcast episode of Treussard Talks, Jonathan Treussard, Ph.D. interviews Alec Crawford, a seasoned finance professional turned tech entrepreneur.
The conversation begins with their shared history in finance, meeting during a job interview in New Orleans that led to Crawford hiring Treussard at Ziff Brothers Investments just before the 2008 financial crisis.
Crawford shares valuable insights from his extensive Wall Street career, discussing the importance of understanding market mechanics, risk management, and the critical role of proper financial infrastructure. He emphasizes how seemingly routine processes can break down during crisis periods, highlighting the importance of having robust systems and agreements in place.
The conversation then shifts to Crawford's current venture, Artificial Intelligence Risk Inc. (https://www.aicrisk.com/), where he's applying his risk management expertise to AI governance. The company helps organizations implement AI safely and responsibly.
Crawford emphasizes the importance of long-term thinking and focusing on controllable factors in an environment of market volatility, policy uncertainty, and rapid technological change.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by podcast participants are their own and should not be interpreted as the official views of Treussard Capital Management LLC. Nothing discussed in this podcast constitutes financial advice.